Modesto, CA: Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Several Vehicles on Highway 99
Grover Beach Man Killed in Modesto Pedestrian Accident on Highway 99 near Highway 219
Modesto, California (April 5, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by multiple vehicles early Saturday morning near Modesto in Stanislaus County, according to a local news source.
The deadly accident occurred at about 2:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes of Highway 99, just north of Highway 219, the California Highway Patrol reported.
According to the CHP, the pedestrian, a 59-year-old Grover Beach man, was walking in the No. 3 lane when an SUV struck him.
The man was then hit by two other vehicles, including a semi-truck.
Pedestrian Killed in Crash near Modesto
The man died at the scene. His name has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
The driver of the SUV was transported to a hospital with minor injuries.
Authorities said neither alcohol nor drugs played a role in the accident.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
The number of pedestrians being seriously injured or killed in California is increasing every year due to the growing numbers of people walking in the streets and the ever-increasing number of motor vehicles on the roads.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.
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